Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Architectural Assistant (Part 1 or Part 2) with a minimum of one year of prior professional office experience to join our dynamic practice. This is a Fixed-Term Maternity Cover appointment, essential for supporting our exciting residential, commercial, or retirement housing projects from the initial concept stage through to technical design and completion.

The ideal candidate will combine strong design and presentational skills with excellent organisational ability. You will be instrumental in ensuring the effective execution of project work, collaborating closely with our in-house team, engineers, and external consultants. This role is primarily office-based, fostering team collaboration, but offers the benefit of flextime and regular working-from-home options to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities

As a Part 1 or Part 2 Architectural Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the project lifecycle, including:

Design & Technical Production:

Producing detailed architectural drawings and documentation using AutoCAD and developing compelling 3D models using tools like SketchUp and Lumion.

Design Communication:

Preparing high-quality presentations, proposals, and reports, utilising proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).

Project Compliance:

Assisting in the preparation of planning applications and technical design packages, ensuring a solid understanding of the UK Building Regulations and relevant planning processes.

Coordination & Delivery:

Supporting Project Architects with scheduling, coordination, and administration to ensure timely and efficient task completion.

Site & Project Engagement:

Participating in site visits and inspections to monitor progress and assist in resolving construction-related queries.

Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Experience:

A minimum of 1 year of post-qualification experience working within an architectural practice environment.

Qualifications:

RIBA Part 1 or Part 2 qualification (or equivalent).

Technical Proficiency:

Strong drafting skills and high proficiency in AutoCAD. Proven experience with 3D modelling software (e.g., SketchUp, Revit, or similar). Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, etc.).

Regulatory Knowledge:

A clear awareness of the UK planning application process and a good working knowledge of UK Building Regulations.

Collaboration:

Excellent communication and organisational skills for effective internal and external collaboration.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: From 27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Flexitime On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person